Our amazing guests dance to the rhythm of Nepali songs in traditional attire at Panauti Community Homestay . Women don the elegant saree, draped around the waist with one end gracefully resting on the shoulder. Men, on the other hand, proudly sport the dhaka topi, an integral part of Nepal's national dress. It's a delight to witness our guests immerse themselves in our local culture and have a great time.
Embracing local life through community homestays goes beyond cultural immersion. It's about forging lasting connections, supporting local economies and women-run businesses, and preserving cherished traditions.
Ready to explore Nepal, its culture, and traditions while enjoying a homely experience in a community homestay? Click the link here : https://royalmt.com.np/experiences/living-with-locals/
Video by : Puskar Aryal (@puskararyal)
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Dive into Ashish Gupta’s world as he shares his vision for community-based tourism, the love he pours into his job as a Tour Leader at Royal Mountain Travel, and his thoughts on Nepal's bright future with community-based tourism.
Join the conversation with Ashish and witness the magic of community empowerment through his journey!
Reel Credit : Hannah Jessica Hesford and David T.M. Vine
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Happy Gai Jatra to all! 🐄🎉
Ever heard of Gai Jatra, the lively festival celebrated right after Gunhi Punhi? It is celebrated late in August or early September, this year it is celebrated on 31st August at Bhaktapur and on 1st September in other towns. In Bhaktapur, the festivities stretch for 7 days, leading up to Krishna Janmashtami.
🎭 People don eccentric costumes, dance, sing, and offer satirical glimpses into our world's realities. But it's not just about fun; Gai Jatra honors departed loved ones, reminding us that no one walks the path of loss alone.
Each place, be it Bhaktapur, Kirtipur, or Patan, adds its unique flair to the parade. The video above captures Bhaktapur's Taha-Macha, a bamboo chariot adorned with flowers, carrying the picture of the departed at its heart. Led by Taha Macha of Bhairab and Ajima Badrakali, this spectacle signifies opening the gates of heaven for our ancestors, granting them moksha (liberation). Traditional Newari music, Bhajan, cultural dances like Maka pyakhan and Ghintang ghisi grace the festivities.
Learn more about Gai Jatra, by clicking the link here : https://www.insidehimalayas.com/celebrating-life-death-gai-jatra/
Video credit: Suman Khatri
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| Sustainability Series Episode 7: Understanding Overtourism in the Nepalese Context |
As we prepare for a tourism recovery, it is important that we take into consideration the Tourism Carrying Capacity of a destination. In this episode of the Sustainability Series, we discuss what overtourism means, and more importantly two important strategies to address overtourism.
Watch the full episode by clicking on the link in our bio!
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Sustainable Series Episode Six : "The case of promoting food tourism in Nepal" | In this episode of the Sustainability Series, Jane Connelly, food tourism and culinary heritage expert, helps us understand what food tourism is, how it relates to sustainable tourism, and how it can help local communities while benefiting travelers.
You watch the full episode by clicking on the link in our bio!
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Sustainability Series Episode 4 | This episode is a discussion on gender empowerment in the tourism sector in the context of Nepal. Gender empowerment in tourism is a very important topic of discussion. With this episode we hope to expand this conversation further.
To watch the full episode and learn more about the discussion you can click on the link in our bio!
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🎊Happy Nepali New Year 2080 to everyone!🎊
Let's welcome new blessings, adventures and more travel in the year 2080!!
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Join us on a journey to explore sustainable tourism practices! This is the first episode of our ten-part sustainability series, available on YouTube. In this episode, we discuss community-based tourism (CBT) and the ways in which Communityhomestaynetwork has adopted the concept into its model.
Click the link in our bio to watch the full series and discover how we can all play a part in protecting our planet while traveling.
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Barauli village is located in the western part of Chitwan and it is one of the richest areas in terms of wildlife, different cultures and activities located in Chitwan National Park. The 25 kilometer-long community forest is a great attraction in this quieter side of Chitwan. Here you can see endangered species like the tiger, leopard, elephant and one-horned rhino. By visiting the community homestay, you will be supporting the economy of the community, uplift the women and also get to experience the unique culture!!
Video and photo credit - Zamna Kc
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We are grateful to Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management - NATHM for featuring our Managing Director, Mr. Shiva Dhakal. This interview has reflected back on the growth of Royal Mountain Travel as leader in sustainable and community-based business practices in the Nepali travel and hospitality industry.
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The Covid pandemic was very harsh, particularly to our tourism industry, but along with the challenge, it brought us opportunities to develop resilience and a chance to reflect back on our past actions. We were very excited about the news when our sister concern, Community Homestay Network, was awarded the UNWTO global startup competition, which gave us extra motivation to keep up the excellent work we all had been doing. As our core values prioritize developing sustainable communities via tourism, we are always looking for creative ways to contribute to this goal and share our practices with the world. Through this video, Our Managing Director encourages other tourism startups all around the globe to participate in the Awake Tourism Challenge and spread the motivation and inspiration towards building a resilient, responsible, and impactful tourism industry.
Holistic health and rejuvenation are increasingly at the center of consumer decision-making. People now expect to maintain a healthy lifestyle and comprehensive wellness routines even when they are away from home.
Realizing the fact that tourism and wellness can both be a game-changer for the Nepali tourism industry, we have initiated our very own wellness programs via @avata.wellness . Through ventures like AVATA, we aim to diversify the tourism offerings of Nepal.
Please go through the link to know more on AVATA wellness Centre
https://avatawellness.com/
नव बर्ष २०७९ को हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना 🙏😊
AVATA WELLNESS CENTER
We want to introduce to you @avata.wellness our newest sister concern, a one-stop wellness destination for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation situated in the heart of the Kathmandu valley. It is a thoughtfully designed space that caters to holistic well-being through yoga, meditation, healthy eating, ancient and traditional massage services, and wellness products.
Avata is also a journey towards creating Nepal a wellness destination for our global community.
Link below to watch the full video 😊🙏
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOmhGdkR2u0
Nepalese Cuisine is one of the most significant thing in our culture. The dishes have the combination of amazing flavors that make it mouthwatering. They are healthy and served based on various occasion.
Here are collection of some important foods in Nepali culture.
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